Snow around the world

A sudden plummet in temperatures across the world has seen countless cities been turned into winter wonderlands.

The forecaster said it might feel mild in the morning across the country, but people would "notice the chill" when they headed home after work.

By Thursday, the stream of cold air will spread further south, bringing hazardous conditions to much of the UK.

The Met Office's snow warning extends to parts of north-west England on Thursday - with a risk of wintry weather in southern England, while strong winds and wintry showers will continue to affect Scotland.